Avocado vs. Pound cake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between avocadoes and pound cake?
- Avocadoes are higher in fiber, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, copper, and vitamin K, yet pound cake is higher in vitamin B12 and phosphorus.
- Avocadoes' daily need coverage for fiber is 24% more.
- Avocadoes have 12 times more vitamin K than pound cake. While avocadoes have 21µg of vitamin K, pound cake has only 1.7µg.
- The amount of saturated fat in avocadoes is lower.
- The glycemic index of avocadoes is lower.
We used Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties and Cake, pound, commercially prepared, butter (includes fresh and frozen) types in this article.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +262.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +225.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +352.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +48.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +29.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +291.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +169.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +169.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1150% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +218.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +186.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +613.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1135.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +92.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +158.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +91.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +362% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2 g
Fats:
14.66 g
Carbs:
8.53 g
Water:
73.23 g
Other:
1.58 g
Protein:
5 g
Fats:
13.96 g
Carbs:
53.64 g
Water:
25.87 g
Other:
1.53 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +183.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +150% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +528.8% |
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Fats
~13.96g
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Other
~1.53g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.126 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.799 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.816 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.811 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.419 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -55.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +224.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +88.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0.11 g
Sucrose:
0.06 g
Glucose:
0.37 g
Fructose:
0.12 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.1 g
Starch:
17.36 g
Sucrose:
30.68 g
Glucose:
0.75 g
Fructose:
0.33 g
Lactose:
1.27 g
Maltose:
0.33 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +15681.8% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +51033.3% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +102.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +175% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 6.7g | 0.6g | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 66mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.389mg | 0.485mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.799g | 3.02g | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.257mg | 0.036mg | 17% |
| Copper | 0.19mg | 0.042mg | 16% |
| Vitamin K | 21µg | 1.7µg | 16% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 377mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 8.53g | 53.64g | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.36µg | 15% |
| Threonine | 0.073mg | 153mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 140mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 1.48mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.126g | 4.811g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.816g | 3.419g | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Folate | 81µg | 42µg | 10% |
| Calories | 160kcal | 353kcal | 10% |
| Potassium | 485mg | 149mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 2.07mg | 0.65mg | 9% |
| Choline | 14.2mg | 65.6mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.067mg | 0.173mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.249mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 5µg | 8% |
| Starch | 0.11g | 17.36g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 70µg | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 5g | 6% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 8mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 34IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 47mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.8µg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.64mg | 0.43mg | 2% |
| Fats | 14.66g | 13.96g | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.142mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 1.615mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.83g | 53.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.66g | 33.36g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.192g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.025mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.084mg | 0.204mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.143mg | 0.397mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.132mg | 0.198mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.038mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.097mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.107mg | 0.249mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0.33g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.111g | 0.372g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.895g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
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26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
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Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Pound cake is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Avocado is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Avocado is lower in Sugar (difference - 32.7g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Avocado contains less Sodium (difference - 370mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Avocado is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.685g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Avocado is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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